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64pontiac 12-09-2013 11:29 AM

If its raw cast aluminum like blocks etc, and you want to bring it back, or its raw stock like sheet or tube with natural grain, you can use a product called "Toon Brite".

Its a mild acid, for cleaning aircraft and boat pontoons. It works great on aluminum casting and sheet. Doesnt affect the material, but it clouds a tiny bit on cnc machined forged aluminum or polish.

But if you are on those surfaces, its awesome. You just wash it off after 5 minutes.

Try a marine store.

DaleTx 12-09-2013 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron in SoCal (Post 521571)
So I've been building my Camaro 20 years (depnding on who's telling the story, lol)...

I have a few raw aluminum surfaces that have oxidized during that time. What can I use to bring back that fresh look? I'm not looking to polish or brush it if I can avoid it, just a uniform 'fresh' look.

I have some Zoops when I figure this out, but interested in thoughts about that too...

Ron... I have used the Eagle wadding polish with good results. It seems to restore that natural aluminum look without scratching. Sometimes I'll use super fine steel wool (000) and that works pretty good to get back the fresh uniform look.

http://eagleone.com/nevr-dull-wadding-polish

:cheers:

DOOM 12-09-2013 04:08 PM

Ron we use a product called BUSCH hands down the best polish-cleaner for aluminum!!!

Ron in SoCal 12-09-2013 04:44 PM

Thanks everyone (except Mark :D ) for the responses! :cheers:

bentfab 12-09-2013 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron in SoCal (Post 521761)
Thanks everyone (except Mark :D ) for the responses! :cheers:

Whhaaaatt! Come on Ron... I thought that was the most logical answer :lmao:


Anyways good luck with the fix. I'm sure you'll let us know what ends up working out the best


Mark

Vegas69 12-09-2013 09:41 PM

Do me a favor and at least get it dusty before you start restoring stuff. :idea: :lol:

BMR Sales 12-10-2013 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by DOOM (Post 521745)
Ron we use a product called BUSCH hands down the best polish-cleaner for aluminum!!!

I thought Busch Beer was to make the Girls look Prettier!


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